Substance Abuse Prevention Training

CALERA – The upcoming substance abuse seminar that Calera Middle School is hosting at Calera High School. Speaker is Jermaine Galloway who provides tools, resources and training to combat substance abuse. The seminar will be on Friday, Jan. 7 from 8-11 a.m. For more information, visit Business.shelbychamber.org/events/details/high-in-plain-sight-substance-abuse-prevention-training-12773.

Birmingham Bulls

PELHAM – Pensacola Ice Flyers vs Birmingham Bulls will play at Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena on Saturday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. First 1000 kids ages 14 and under receive a Bulls Replica Jersey courtesy of UAB, Encore and CBS 42. Doors open at 6 p.m. For tickets, visit Bullshockey.net/seasontickets.

CashBack at SCAC

COLUMBIANA – CashBack will play at the SCAC Song Theater in Columbiana on Friday, Jan. 7 at 7:30 p.m. A premiere Johnny Cash Tribute with superlative, session-quality musicians. There is limited seating. Find more information and tickets at Shelbycountyartscouncil.com/event-calendar/.

The Diary of Anne Frank Audition

SHELBY COUNTY  – South City Theatre is holding auditions for The Diary of Anne Frank on Saturday, Jan. 8-Sunday, Jan. 9 from 2-4 p.m. at the theatre. Auditions will consist of script cold readings. Bring a theatre resume/headshot, if possible. Details on South City Theatre’s Facebook page.

Forging Families 5K/10K

COLUMBIANA – The 3rd Annual Forging Families 5K/10K and 1 mile Fun Run is on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at the Shelby County Arts Council from 8-10 a.m. Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7 a.m. For more information and to sign up, visit Runsignup.com/Race/AL/Columbiana/ForgingFamilies5K10Kand1MileFunRun.

Couples Cooking: Welcome to Peru

280 – Satisfy your craving with a night of world-class Peruvian-inspired fare. This class is for adults 18 years plus at Publix Aprons Cooking School at Tattershall Park on Saturday, Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. Price is per couple. For tickets and details, visit Eventbrite.com/e/couples-cooking-welcome-to-peru-tickets-220004388047.

ABC & Ds of Medicare

ALABASTER – Karen Haiflich of Medicare Information Source will discuss filing and any questions you have. The seminar takes place in the Nan Abbott Meeting Room in the Albert L. Scott Library on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022 from 1-2 p.m. Sign up is not required and the event is free.

Helena Utility Board Meeting

HELENA - Helena’s Utility Board will meet on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, from 4-5 p.m. For more information, visit Cityofhelena.org/event/helena-utility-board-2/2022-01-10/.

Helena City Council Meeting

HELENA – Helena’s City Council meeting will take place on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, from 6-7 p.m. For more information, visit Cityofhelena.org/event/city-council-meeting-4/2022-01-10/.

The Harpersville Library 4-H Club

HARPERSVILLE – This 4-H covers many topics during the year and promises to be fun. January’s meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 11 from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Find more information on the Harpersville Library Facebook page.

Basic Computer Skills

ALABASTER – This class introduces the basics of computers, including navigating the desktop and file management. It will take place at Albert L. Scott Library on Tuesday, Jan. 11 from 4-5 p.m. in the Nan Abbott Meeting Room. Laptops will be provided, but personal devices are welcome.

Keeping it Real

COLUMBIANA – The Chamber is seeking volunteers for “Keeping It Real” program at Shelby County High School. Freshman will get a perspective of what it cost to live in the adult world on January 13 and 14. More information can be found at Business.shelbychamber.org/events/details/the-shelby-chamber-keeping-it-real-shelby-county-high-school-12764.